Vision
At Awaken Genius, we envision a world where education is a journey of healing, self-discovery, and empowerment. We believe every child carries a unique genius, a blend of creativity, strength, and inner wisdom, that deserves to be nurtured, not suppressed. Rooted in the meaning of educere, “to bring out what is within,” we reimagine education as a community-centred process of growth, creating safe, transformative learning environments where children and families can heal, grow, and thrive.
Mission
Our mission is to empower children and families to reclaim their power, resilience, and joy by integrating Somatic Therapy, Somatic Emancipation, the Ubuntu philosophy, and the Creative Arts, including art therapy, music, movement, and storytelling. By weaving these practices together, we support healing from trauma, cultivate resilience, and nurture compassionate change-makers who will help build a more just, liberated, and loving world.
Core Values
Community & Connection
We believe healing begins within a supportive community — nurturing genuine, connective relationships that promote collective wellbeing.
Warmth, Safety & Regulation
We create emotionally safe, regulated environments where every child and family feels secure, nurtured, and free to grow.
Authenticity & Genuineness
We value authenticity in our relationships, fostering real, heartfelt connections rooted in trust and respect.
Person-Centred & Therapeutic Support
Every child and family’s journey is unique. Through a therapeutic, person-centred approach, we honour each individual's story, strength, and potential.
Building Self-Worth & Growth
We are dedicated to awakening each child’s innate abilities, nurturing resilience, creativity, and emotional intelligence through somatic, artistic, and relational practices.
Kindness, Servanthood & Selflessness
We embody the spirit of Ubuntu and servanthood, leading with kindness and selfless dedication to the wellbeing of others.
Artistic Expression for Healing
Through art, we provide a creative and non-verbal path for emotional expression, problem-solving, empowerment, and joyful self-discovery.
Ubuntu Philosophy
Guided by "I am because we are," we recognise that individual growth and wellbeing are deeply tied to the healing of families, communities, and the world around us.